Where to set up camp in the Yarra Valley this summer

IT’S known for its wineries and gourmet delights, but the Yarra Valley has some amazing spots to camp or set up your caravan.

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IT’S known for its wineries and gourmet delights, but the Yarra Valley has some amazing spots to camp or set up your caravan.

And best of all, it’s conveniently close to Melbourne. Here are the best camping and caravan spots in the Yarra Valley.

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GLAMPING

Big 4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park

Big 4 Holiday Park Lane in Healesville.

The Eco Lotus Belle Tents are the newest range of glamping accommodation at BIG 4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park in Healesville.

Visitors to Healesville will be able to experience this new style of glamorous camping among the mountain peaks, with an unforgettable wildlife and nature experience.

parklaneholidayparks.com.au/yarravalley

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SECLUDED AND SCENIC

Keppel’s Hut

Keppel’s Hut is only accessed by walking or 4WD.

Tucked away in the hills just beyond Marysville, this is a truly secluded spot and is only accessible via 4WD or bushwalking beyond Lady Talbot Drive, along Keppel Hut Track.

This is a spot for the true camper, enjoying a stunning backdrop of eucalypt forests filled with mountain ash and alpine ash.

depi.vic.gov.au

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FAMILY

Warburton Holiday Park

Warburton Holiday Park is pet-friendly.

Situated only a 75km scenic drive from the heart of Melbourne, this pet-friendly park is set along the banks of the Yarra River. This is a favourite spot in summer to float down the river or you could do some fishing and then barbecue your dinner — all without having to move more than 20 steps from your camp site.

warburtonholidaypark.com.au/about-us/

* We asked the experts — the local tourism authorities — to nominate the best camp spots in their region and tell us what makes those spots so special.